A huge crunch berry-sized thanks to everyone who participated! And of course thank you to all the sponsors that made this event possible! Your support will fund public art in Cedar Rapids that is accessible to all. Hope everyone had a great time—we are looking forward to planning for next year!

5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, September 21, 2019, at 9:00 a.m.

Greene Square, Downtown Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Sponsored by

In partnership with the Downtown Cedar Rapids Farmers’ Market

The Crunch Berry Run

5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

The Sweet, Sweet Smell of Fun!

Murals & More invites you to The Crunch Berry Run, sponsored by Quaker Oats, an extraordinary, family-friendly, colorful 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk.

In partnership with Downtown Farmers’ Market, The Crunch Berry Run will begin at 9:00 AM at Greene Square in Downtown Cedar Rapids. Participants will be doused in environmentally-friendly color powder as they run or walk the 5K or 1-mile route. The run/walk will finish with music, dancing, and family-friendly activities.

This fun run/walk is not timed and is appropriate for people of all ages and athletic abilities.

The Crunch Berry Run is a fundraiser for Murals & More, a non-profit organization dedicated to utilizing local architecture as the backdrop for public art in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. All proceeds from this event will go towards public art projects in Cedar Rapids.

The 5K route starts at Greene Square, following the Cedar River Trail north across 1st Ave (just like the 1 mile route) and continues to Cedar Lake, with a turnaround point at the halfway mark, then south on the trail back to Greene Square.

Registration includes a t-shirt* and sunglasses to commemorate The Crunch Berry Run and to wear the day of the race!

*Register by 9/15/19, to be guaranteed a t-shirt. A t-shirt is not guaranteed for those that register on 9/16/19 or after. We’ll have extras on hand at packet pickup for those that register on 9/16/19 or after on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Crunch Berry Run would not be possible without the generous support of community sponsors. Thanks to all who have supported this inaugural event! Please contact Murals & More Fundraising Chair Molly Monk at mollymonk4@gmail.com for more information.

The Crunch Berry Run: Things to Know

What is the route for the event?

The route will start and end at Greene Square in downtown Cedar Rapids. Route maps are shown above.

Will the event be timed?

Nope! This event is designed to be a fun, interactive run/walk, so there will be no official race clock or timer. Have fun! Those who want to track their time are encouraged to do so themselves. There will be no awards or results kept of participant’s time.

Are children welcome?

Yes! Children are welcome. Children age four and under are welcome to register and receive a participant packet, or they may accompany a paid adult at no additional charge. A non-registered child will not receive a participant packet. Children age five and above must register. Children may be in a stroller or wagon accompanied by an adult, just remember anything you take along the course will be doused in color!

When and where is packet pickup?

Packet pickup will take place on Friday, September 20, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the downtown Cedar Rapids Public Library, across from Greene Square. We’ll have tables setup outside the library on the north side of the building, facing Greene Square. Please note the library will be closed at 5:00 p.m., but we’ll still be there until 7:00 p.m.

Is the event rain or shine?

Yes! The event will take place rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, Murals & More may cancel the event.

Will the colored powder stain?

The color used in this event is water soluble and environmentally friendly corn starch-based powder. The color should not stain, however it may be difficult to remove from certain types of fabrics and may require multiple washes to remove.

Can I bring my dog/cat/lizard/owl?

The short answer is yes, but only if you feel very, very confident they will do well in this environment. If you are unsure, please leave them at home. We have adopted the same policy as the farmers’ market. Please also consider that your pet will encounter the colored powder. We will be instructing our volunteers to avoid intentionally dousing pets with the colored powder, but it will certainly be on and around them since the colored powder will be sprayed at you.

What is the cancellation policy?

All registrations are final. No refunds, cancellations, or transfers.

Other questions and event contact...

Something else on your mind that you would like to know? Email the chair of the event Nick Ludwig at nick@crmurals.org. Thanks!